The complaint involves allegations of ‘acts of aggravated cyber harassment.’
She experienced online harassment during the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Nabil Boudi, who is based in Paris and represents Khelif, confirmed to Variety that Musk and Rowling were indeed mentioned in the complaint.
This complaint was registered at the anti-online hatred center of the Paris public prosecutor’s office on Friday, August 9.
Boudi explained that the lawsuit was filed against X, formerly known as Twitter.
This approach was chosen to ‘ensure that the prosecution has all the latitude to be able to investigate against all people.’
This includes those who may have used pseudonyms to spread hate.
Under French law, filing against X indicates that the case targets unknown persons.
Nevertheless, the complaint still specifically mentions public figures including Rowling and Musk.
He further mentioned that Donald Trump would also be investigated.
Boudi further clarified that while the complaint already mentions some names, he hopes the ‘prosecution investigates not only these people but whoever it feels necessary.’
He added that they would stand trial if the case goes to court, and it could ‘target personalities overseas.’
